This academic paper conducted a review of economic evaluations of community distribution of naloxone, specifically assessing quality and applicability to diverse contexts and settings. Community distribution of naloxone is a core component of harm reduction strategies. The authors concluded that these programs are cost-effective and a worthwhile investment.
Resource Type
Peer-reviewed Articles and Reports
Continuum of Care
Harm Reduction
Response Approach
Overdose prevention
Peer-reviewed Article
Citation
Cherrier, N., Kearon, J., Tetreault, R., Garasia, S., & Guindon, E. (2022). Community Distribution of Naloxone: A Systematic Review of Economic Evaluations. PharmacoEconomics - Open, 6(3), 329–342.